Sept. 15 - Oct. 5

Texas Photographic Society’s National Competition
Opening reception Saturday, Sept. 22 from 5-7 p.m.

The Texas Photographic Society, founded in 1985, is a non-profit organization of amateur and professional photographers dedicated to supporting contemporary photography as a means for creative expression and cultural insight. TPS focuses on furthering the educational and artistic development of its members while involving the community at large by sponsoring exhibitions, publications, workshops and outreach programs.

FULL CIRCLE
By Charles L. Mee
Directed by David Long
Equity Guest Artists Jill Blackwood and Greg Holt

Out of the chaos of crashing economies and the crumbling Berlin Wall emerges a young, single American woman caring for an abandoned baby. Charles L. Mee’s collage remaking of The Caucasian Chalk Circle fable calls to task communism, capitalism, and the power of a mother’s love. One part vaudeville, one part social satire, one part fairy tale, Full Circle is a dynamic exploration of ethics, culture and history. Expect the unexpected.  

“Brilliant, eclectic theatricality” – the Boston Phoenix

Oct. 19 - Nov. 8

Gerald Patrick/A Life’s Work
Opening reception Friday, Oct. 19 from 6-8 p.m.

Gerald Patrick (1946-2006) was a prolific Austin artist who — for over four decades — produced more works than could be included in one retrospective exhibition.  The prints, drawings, and sculpture in this retrospective exhibit faithfully represent his vision.

RING ROUND THE MOON
Adapted by Christopher Fry from L’Invitation au Chateau by Jean Anouilh
Directed by Christina J. Moore
Featuring Equity Guest Artists Joel Kabik, Ev Lunning Jr. and MJ Vandivier

A delightful romantic comedy, complete with mistaken identities, misguided love affairs and duels by moonlight.  Shy, sensitive Frederick is in love with spoiled, rich Diana who, as it happens, loves Frederic’s heartless, arrogant twin brother Hugo. To save Frederic from an unhappy marriage, Hugo hires a young ballerina to masquerade at his Aunt’s ball and capture his brother’s affections. And of course, the young maiden loses her own heart along the way. An enchanting fable to fill your evening with laughter and entertainment.

“Delectable” – the Los Angeles Times

Nov. 16 - Dec. 5

Gail Busch/Dale Neese/Louis Katz
Opening reception Friday, Nov. 16 from 6-8 p.m.

An exhibit of three uniquely different approaches to the medium of clay by artists Gail Busch and Louis Katz of Corpus Christi and Dale Neese of San Antonio.

Photocommunications Faculty Show 2008
Opening reception: Friday, Jan. 18, from 6-8 p.m.

Through traditional and digital means, this exhibit presents 10 diverse approaches to image making and photography today. Artists: Traey Amescua, Chase Browder, Melissa Ciano, Bill Kennedy, Sybil Miller, Eduardo Mu?oz Ordoqui, Mike Osborne, Adam Schreiber, Peter Tucker, and Joseph Vitone. For more information, visit www.stedwards.edu/hum/art/student/index.html

Hollis Hammonds 492-3159

DEATH AND THE KING’S HORSEMAN
By Wole Soyinka
Directed by Stephen Gerald
Featuring Equity Guest Artists Carla Nickerson and Marc Pouhe
Produced in Association with Pro Arts Collective

From 1986 Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka comes an elegant and powerful drama based on events in the Yoruba city of Oyo, Nigeria, in 1946. A tribal king has died and the “king’s horseman” Elesin is expected by law and custom to follow the king in death. When wind of the ritual suicide reaches colonial district officer Simon Pilkings, he decides to intervene, setting in motion a chain of events with far-reaching consequences. An exalting exploration of honor, duty and human will.

2008 Senior Photocommunications Exhibit: We are . . .
Opening reception: Friday, Feb. 29, from 6-8 p.m.

Graduating seniors from St. Edward’s Photocommunications program will present their thesis projects. For more information, visit www.stedwards.edu/hum/art/student/index.html

Hollis Hammonds 492-3159.

Art is 2008 Senior Art Exhibition
Opening reception: Friday, April 4, from 6-8 p.m.

As part of their graduation requirements, seniors from St. Edward’s Fine Arts program will publicly exhibit their thesis projects. For more information, visit www.stedwards.edu/hum/art/student/index.html

Hollis Hammonds 492-3159

ON THE TOWN
Music by Leonard Bernstein, Book and Lyrics by Betty Comden & Adolph Green
Directed by Ev Lunning Jr., Musical Direction by Michael McKelvey

This delightful 1944 musical tells the tale of three sailors on 24-hour shore leave in Manhattan. Join Gabey, Chip and Ozzie as they set out to see the sights and find romance in the big city. With music by Leonard Bernstein (West Side Story) and book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, the duo behind Singin’ In the Rain, On the Town is musical theatre at its finest.

“A classic slice of Broadway” – Sunday Express

Senior Show and Tell
Opening reception: Thursday, April 24, from 6-8 p.m.

Senior Graphic Design majors who plan to graduate in 2008 will exhibit their work in fulfillment of their B.A. degree in Graphic Design. For more information, visit www.stedwards.edu/hum/art/student/index.html

Hollis Hammonds 492-3159

Music event questions may be directed to
Michael McKelvey at 428-1297 or mikeem@stedwards.edu.

St. Edward's University Fine Arts Gallery
ARTS Building, 3001 S. Congress, Austin, TX 78704
Gallery Hours
Monday through Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

The St. Edward’s University Fine Arts Gallery is a teaching gallery focused on local and regional contemporary artists. Students install exhibits as part of their art degree requirements and artists typically conduct workshops and gallery talks for students and the public in conjunction with their gallery exhibits. For more information, contact Hollis Hammond, Gallery Director, at lauraah@stedwards.edu or 512-492-3159

Mary Moody Northen Theatre
Order your season pass by Oct. 8
Call 512-448-8484 to charge by phone.
St. Edward’s University/MMNT, 3001 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704